Going for a walk today you can’t help but notice that things are picking up here in sunny Patong Beach! The excitement of high season makes this tourist city on the beach begin to pulse!
There are shop fronts scrubbing up their walk ways and adding fresh paint, new uniforms for the massage girls waving you in for a foot rub. The smell of BBQ and enticing menu selections at many outdoor dining restaurants. Tropical fruit on display from local vendors and smiling tourists snapping pictures as their street food is being prepared!
When you live in a tourist destination, it’s high season that really makes you realize why it’s so special! People from all from all over the world visit here for the sun, sand, exotic cuisine and of course the happy people of Thailand.
Some love the crowds and busy nightlife of Patong while others enjoy finding places off the beaten path. No matter what the reason you come to Patong, we hope you find yourself on our sofas enjoying the evenings with us!
We are located in Patong Beach, but away from the busy nightlife area to give that “off the beaten path” feel. Great Reggae music, cold beers and cocktails that will make you smile and a shop full of handmade items! Yay!!

Roots Rock Reggae Bar & Shop is proud to announce that we have a sister bar coming soon!

Whether it’s your first time to Thailand or you are a seasoned traveler to this country, there is one thing you may have noticed everywhere you go……Bob Marley and Reggae Bars.

Often situated on the beaches or amongst the bustle of the night life or perhaps tucked away in a quieter area you will find one! Ah yes, that familiar sound of the off beat, the red, gold and green flags and Bob Marley’s tunes flowing out with that distinct ‘feel good’ atmosphere sought out by many.

Thais love Reggae bars and Bob Marley! Being on the other side of the world, people often wonder why? Simply put, this just means that Bob’s message carried itself here and was embraced and integrated into some of the local culture. Certainly the message of One Love is easily relayed to a person of any faith. Many of the locals who embrace the rastafarian way often do it while mixing it with their own faith. No conversion, just beliefs in both!

Dreadlocked or not, these rasta men and women of Thailand certainly embrace the carefree lifestyle, being good to others as well as trying to bring a happy place to come together for like minded people.

Not all dreads are rasta. Some simply do it for fashion and the ability to use the look to make a negative impact on Reggae. Those who are living the lifestyle know it’s not about the ‘green’. Bob didn’t sell so why turn his image into something negative. Some choose not to dreadlock their mane to show they are pure in heart, not for fashion and green only.

In almost every tourist spot and beach, there is a Reggae bar waiting for happy travelers and locals alike to join in the fun. Most places offer live music, tropical cocktails, bbq parties, the ‘feel good’ atmosphere and a shop full of handmade souvenirs to remember your great experience by.